What State do you live in?

NC

Type of Organization

Volunteer Fire Department

Job Function

EMT/Paramedic, First Repsonder, Other

Years in Fire/EMS:

19

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Bandys Fire Department

Years With Department/Agency

2

Web Site:

http://https://www.facebook.com/Bandys-Fire-Department-444836979584...

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue
Broward County Fire-Rescue
South Florida Fire & Emergency Support Team
ARRL/Ham Radio

My Training:

EMT (Florida & North Carolina)
Firefighter I (Florida)
CPR/AED (Florida & North Carolina)
Scanner & 2-Way Radio Programming
Digital P25 Trunked System Architecture
DMR/Digital Radio Programming & Support
Extensive experience w/ 2-Way Radios, Pagers, & Fire/EMS
Multiple FEMA classes
Incident Command (ICS 100-800)
Current Licensed Ham Radio Operator: WN4EMT

Relationship Status:

Single

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

I started as a Junior/Explorer at age 15 and fell in love from then on.

Why I Love Fire/EMS

I enjoy helping people and the rewards of making a difference.

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Burn out in busy areas, PTSD, psychological & emotional stress